We are a premiere provider of three Master's-level programs – Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling: On-Campus Learning and Counseling: Online Learning – Postdoctoral Fellowships and Continuing Education opportunities. Students enrolled in our programs are taught by nationally-known clinicians who practice at The Family Institute. They are dedicated to ensuring students receive the most hands-on experiential training possible, both at The Family Institute and in the community.

Master's-Level Degree Programs at the Center for Applied Psychological & Family Studies

Whether you are an undergraduate, career changer, professional or international student, our Master's-level degree programs expose you to a challenging and enlightening curriculum. In fact, in the first quarter of your learning experience you will have the opportunity to work directly with a wide range of clients dealing with a variety of situations and issues.

Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy

Designed for students with a passion for the field of behavioral health and familial relationships, the Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy emphasizes couple and family therapy with training in individual therapy and state licensure as a marriage and family therapist. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT).

Our all-inclusive Master of Arts in Counseling: On-Campus Learning program prepares future professional counselors to intervene in relation to both individual and social systems functioning within family, work, academic and community settings. The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), has granted accreditation to the Master of Arts in Counseling program.

Postdoctoral Fellowships at the Center for Applied Psychological & Family Studies

Our Postdoctoral Fellowships are developing the next generation of leaders and innovators in couple and family therapy and psychology through two fellowship opportunities – Postdoctoral Clinical Scholar Fellowship and Postdoctoral Clinical Research Fellowship. Both opportunities are two-year fellowships and The Family Institute welcomes a cohort of four Fellows each year.

We provide continuing education, access to research and networking among fellow alumni. We encourage our alumni to stay connected to The Family Institute through activities and events offered throughout the year.

Staying current on advances in clinical treatment is imperative for behavioral health professionals and practitioners. We offer continuing professional education through conferences, lectures, seminars and clinical consultation.

Our education programs, including scholarships for our graduate students, are supported, in part, by gifts and grants from individuals, families and foundations. Your contribution will help us continue educating the future leaders of behavioral healthcare.